Ed Sheeran’s concerts in Massachusetts canceled due to severe weather
Summary
Ed Sheeran’s concerts at Gillette Stadium in Massachusetts were canceled due to severe weather warnings. The cancellation adds to ongoing controversy involving Sheeran’s tour, which has faced criticism after rapper Macklemore was removed for his pro-Palestinian statements.Key Facts
- Ed Sheeran’s concerts in Foxborough, Massachusetts, were canceled because of severe weather warnings in Boston and New England.
- The canceled shows were part of Sheeran’s Loop tour, scheduled for Friday and Saturday at Gillette Stadium.
- The tour has been controversial after Robert Kraft, stadium owner and major Israel donor, pushed to remove Macklemore due to his public support for Palestine.
- Macklemore called for a “free Palestine,” which led to backlash from pro-Israel groups that said his messages upset fans.
- Sheeran said removing Macklemore was the promoter’s decision, not his own.
- In protest, Sheeran’s other supporting acts and his live band withdrew from the tour.
- Several artists, including Finneas and the band Lukas Graham, also pulled out to support Macklemore and criticize the silencing of voices speaking out against Israel’s actions in Gaza.
- Macklemore plans to donate his $1 million from the tour to aid Gaza relief efforts and has invited Kraft to match the donation.
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